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Sorted by editor score. Fees are headline maker/taker rates before volume tiers.
| Broker | Score | Maker | Taker | Regulation | Founded | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kraken Pick Deep liquidity with a serious compliance record | 9.4/10 | 0.16% | 0.26% | MSB (US), FCA registered (UK) | 2011 | Review |
Coinbase Pick The most accessible on-ramp in the market | 9.0/10 | 0.40% | 0.60% | SEC-registered public company, multiple state MTLs | 2012 | Review |
Bitstamp Europe's longest-running exchange | 8.6/10 | 0.30% | 0.40% | Licensed in Luxembourg, MiCA-aligned | 2011 | Review |
Gemini Custody-first with strong insurance | 8.4/10 | 0.20% | 0.40% | NYDFS limited purpose trust company | 2014 | Review |
OKX Broad product suite for active traders | 8.2/10 | 0.08% | 0.10% | Licensed in multiple jurisdictions; access varies | 2017 | Review |
Bitpanda Retail-friendly European multi-asset broker | 7.8/10 | Spread-based | Spread-based | MiCA licensed (Austria) | 2014 | Review |